2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 499 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sedona | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |